Translation guide
Refers to the group or entity that holds political control or authority. In Japanese, this is expressed through specific terms for government, administration, or ruling party, depending on context.
To refer to the political entity that governs a country, often in news or formal contexts.
The most direct and common term for 'ruling power' as a political administration or regime. Used in news and formal discussion.
The new ruling power promised economic reforms.
A change of ruling power occurred.
Means 'government' in a general sense. Can refer to the ruling power, but is broader and includes the administrative body.
The government announced a new policy.
Refers specifically to the ruling political party or coalition, not the entire government structure.
The ruling party is aiming to pass the bill.
To express the abstract concept of political control or sovereignty.
To refer to the social group that holds power, not just the formal government.
政権 (seiken) refers to the administration or regime in power, often with a focus on its hold on power. 政府 (seifu) is the government as an institution. 与党 (yotō) is specifically the ruling political party or coalition. Use 政権 when talking about the ruling power as a political entity, especially in contexts of power transitions or legitimacy.
The phrase 'the ruling power' cannot be directly translated word-for-word. Using 支配力 (shihairyoku) would mean 'controlling force' and is not natural for political contexts. Choose the term that matches the specific nuance.
統治権は国民にある。
The ruling power resides with the people.
権力者たちは密室で決定を下した。
The ruling powers made the decision behind closed doors.